Patricia Newman

Patricia Newman 's books inspire young readers to seek connections to the real world. Her titles encourage readers to use their imaginations to solve real world problems and act on behalf of their communities. These books include Sibert Honor title Sea Otter Heroes: The Predators That Saved an Ecosystem ; Junior Library Guild Selection Eavesdropping on Elephants ; Bank Street College Best Book Zoo Scientists to the Rescue ; Booklist Editor's Choice Ebola: Fears and Facts ; and Green Earth Book Award winner Plastic, Ahoy! Investigating the Great Pacific Garbage Patch. Patricia frequently speaks at schools and conferences to share how children of any age can affect change. Visit her at www.patriciamnewman.com.